Beyond Anything in the Past
As the old prophet Elijah pondered his last day on earth, he invited his servant, Elisha, to go along with him as he visited the towns of Bethel and Jericho. On this “teaching journey,” they arrived at the bank of the Jordan River where Elijah removed ... read more
BEYOND HUMAN HOPE
There comes a time when certain life situations are beyond human hope. There is no counsel, no doctor, no medicine or anything else that can help. The situation has become impossible. It requires a miracle, or else it will end in devastation.
At such ... read more
BIRTH OF THE LAST-DAYS REMNANT
The prophet Samuel is a type of the last-days holy remnanta prepared body of believers that rises out of the ruins of the old, decadent church.
Hannah, Samuels mother, birthed her son through bitter tears and much prayer. And she was in bitterness o ... read more
BLESSING OTHERS
God said to Abraham, "That in blessing I will bless thee . . . in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed" (Genesis 22:17-18). He was saying, "The reason I am blessing you, Abraham, is so that you can bless all the nations."
Obviously, ... read more
Blessings Beyond Our Comprehension
One of the most often-heard phrases in the church is, "God answers prayer!" Yet that is only half the truth. The whole truth is, "God overanswers prayer!"
Take the children of Israel, for example. Essentially, Hosea prophesied to Israel, “You’re ba ... read more
BLESSINGS FROM OUR HIGH PRIEST
The Bible tells us that when Christ ascended to heaven, He took up the ministry of High Priest to all who come to Him by faith. "This man [Jesus], because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood" (Hebrews 7:24).
Jesus is unchangeable — t ... read more
BLESSINGS OF GOODNESS AND KINDNESS
The Holy Spirit drives out all fear from us fear of falling, of being cut off from God, of losing the presence of the Holy Spirit by implanting in us his joy. We are to go forth rejoicing, as David did, because God has assured us we will prevail.
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BOLDNESS TO ENTER GODS PRESENCE
Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil
. Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith (Hebrews 10:19-20, 22).
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BOLDY
Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16). In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him (Ephesians 3:12). These verses speak of com ... read more
BOUND TO THE LIVING WORD
The Lord rules over all of creation with majesty and power. His laws govern the whole universeall of nature, every nation and all the affairs of men. He rules over the seas, the planets, the heavenly bodies and all their movements. The Bible tells us: ... read more
BROADWAY DURING RUSH HOUR
As I walked up Broadway during rush hour and looked into the faces of the passing crowds, a thought struck my soul like a thunderclap: “Almost every person passing by is going to hell.”
I realize this may come across as harsh or presumptuous. You ... read more
Broken Yet Loved Deeply by God
To me, one of the most interesting people in the Old Testament is Jacob, a deceiving, manipulating man. Yet God loved this man dearly.
Jacob had tricked his twin brother Esau out of his birthright and stolen the blessing from his father, Isaac — a bl ... read more
Brought Out of the Wilderness
Many servants of God are bearing heavy burdens today and God wants to remind each one, “My righteousness is near, my salvation has gone forth, and My arms will judge the peoples; the coastlands will wait upon Me, and on My arm they will trust” (Isaiah ... read more
Brought to a Safe Place
You may be happy, healthy and on top of the world right now. If so, you probably do not need this message. But if you are feeling down for some reason, under a load of grief or pain, loneliness or suffering, this message is for you.
Very saintly Christ ... read more
BUILDING ON THE ROCK
If you say you're a Christian — that you love Jesus and walk in obedience to Him — yet you neglect Him day after day by not praying, then you really don't know Him. Your house is not on the rock, it’s on sand and it's going to collapse completely in ... read more
But Our Eyes Are on You
If our leaders declared they had absolutely no idea how to govern and provide direction, our nation would be confused and fearful. But that very thing happened in the time of King Jehoshaphat when three enemy armies were closing in on Judah. This mighty k ... read more
Caleb
Caleb, whose name means forcible, fortitude, is a type of Christian who goes all the way! He was inseparable from Joshua, a type of Christ, and represented one who continually walks with the Lord.
Caleb had been over Jordan with the spies. While th ... read more
CALLED TO CHRISTLIKENESS
Jeremiah spoke of engaging the heart to seek the Lord (see Jeremiah 30:21). Jeremiah also set his heart to seek the Lord, and the Word of God came to him. Over and over we read of the prophet, The word of the Lord came to Jeremiah.
Many commentators ... read more
Called to His Presence
“Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart” (Psalm 24:3-4).
From the very beginning, God has been calling holy men to the mountain of his presence to hear from heaven. He c ... read more
Calm in the Midst of Crisis
King David said, “Many, O Lord my God, are Your wonderful works which You have done; and Your thoughts toward us cannot be recounted to You in order” (Psalm 40:5).
“How precious also are Your thoughts to me, O God!” (Psalm 139:17).
God thoug ... read more
Can Christians Stay Pure Today?
Is it possible for a Christian to stay clean and pure in a world filled with violence, immorality, and corruption? Or is it inevitable that the spirit of this age will wear down the saints of God and vex their souls? It happened to Lot and his family in S ... read more
Can We be with Christ Apart from His Body?
The apostle Paul instructs us, “Now you are the body of Christ, and members individually” (1 Corinthians 12:27). In another place he says more specifically, “The body is one and has many members, but all the members … are one body, so also is Chri ... read more
CARELESS WORDS
But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment. For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned (Matthew 12:36-37).
We seem to think our words simply fall ... read more
Caring for the Needs Next Door
During his time on the earth, Jesus was the embodiment of God’s compassion. Scripture frequently says that Christ “was moved with compassion” by the suffering of people (see Matthew 14:14).
Most Christians would like to think that they are compas ... read more
Casting Down Your Final Idols
Jabbok, the place where Jacob wrestled with God and made his total surrender, exemplifies the place where Christians fight their private wars. There are no counselors, no friends, no helpers — just you and God. At Jabbok Jacob cast down his last idol an ... read more
Casting Your Cares on God
“Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble” (Matthew 6:33-34).
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Cause Enough for Rejoicing
Paul says, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ” (Ephesians 1:3). Paul is telling us, in essence, “All who follow Jesus are blessed with spiritual ... read more
Causing Our Enemies to Flee
Sin causes Christians to become cowards and live in defeat. Some once knew what it was like to live victoriously and experience the power, courage, and blessing that comes from obedience to the Lord. But a besetting sin has robbed them of their spiritual ... read more
Changed into His Image
Scripture makes it clear that it is possible for every true follower of Jesus to see and understand the glory of God. Indeed, our Lord reveals his glory to all who ask and seek for it diligently. I believe the revelation of God’s glory will equip his pe ... read more
CHASING AWAY THE VULTURES
In Genesis 15, God made a glorious agreement with Abraham. He instructed the patriarch to take a female heifer and a female goat and cut them in two. Then Abraham was to take a turtledove and a pigeon and lay them on the ground, head to head. Abraham di ... read more
CHASTENING LOVE!
Because God loves you, he will work to cleanse you. But it is a loving chastening upon those who repent and return to him. You may feel Gods arrows in your soul because of your past and present sins, but if you have a repentant heart and want to turn fro ... read more
CHOSEN TO BEAR FRUIT
Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit (John 15:16).
Many sincere Christians think bearing fruit means simply to bring souls to Christ. But to bear fruit means something much larger ev ... read more
CHRIST ASCENDED TO MAKE INTERCESSION
Just as the high priest ascended the stairs to the holy place on the day of atonement, our High Priest ascended into the heavenly tabernacle, " . . . a greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands" (Hebrews 9:11). Jesus ascended not merely to ... read more
CHRIST CAME WITH AN INVITATION AND A WARNING
Jesus stood in the temple and invited everyone to come under his merciful wings of protection. He called out to the blind, the sick, the leprous, the poor, the lost, everyone to come and find healing and forgiveness. But the religious crowd refused his of ... read more
CHRIST HAS WON THE BATTLE FOR YOU
In recent months, I have read many sad, pitiful letters from believers who are still bound by sinful habits. Multitudes of struggling Christians write, I cant stop gambling
Im in the grips of an alcohol addiction
Im having an affair and I cant brea ... read more
Christ is Still King
God the Father enthroned Christ as king over all nations and all nature, and as Lord over the Church. The apostle Paul writes that when Jesus comes again, “He will manifest in His own time, He who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings and ... read more
Christ Reigns
Often people contact our ministry and say, I have no one to talk to, no one to share my burden with, no one who has time to hear my cry. I need someone I can pour my heart out to.
King David was constantly surrounded by people. He was married and h ... read more
Christ’s Care for Us in Our Trials
God takes no delight in the testing of his children. The Bible says Christ is sympathetic toward us in all our trials, being touched by the feelings of our infirmities. In Revelation 2:9 he tells the church, “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty. ... read more
Christ’s Glorious Promise of Peace
Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid” (John 14:27).
Many Christians have troubled hearts and some live in fear, secretly plagu ... read more
Christ’s Glory Cannot Be Hidden
“I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire; and they are not hurt, and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God” (Daniel 3:25).
We are all familiar with this story. Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, had summoned every leader from h ... read more
Christ’s Longing for Fellowship
As Jesus made his way toward Galilee, he came to Jacob’s Well in Samaria where he stopped to rest from his journey. When his disciples went to buy food, a Samaritan woman came to the well to draw water and Jesus made a simple request of her: “Give Me ... read more
Christ’s Prayer for His Beloved
God the Father appointed his Son Jesus to become a high priest for us in glory. Indeed, Jesus is in glory right now — as both Man and God — on our behalf. He is arrayed in the garments of a high priest and stands before the Father interceding for us. ... read more
Christ’s Silencing of Satan’s Accusations
“Christ came as High Priest of the good things to come, with the greater and more perfect tabernacle not made with hands, that is, not of this creation” (Hebrews 9:11).
Just as the high priest ascended the stairs to the holy place on the Day of Ato ... read more
Christlike at Heart
Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is? Do you ever get discouraged because you cannot figure out your true calling?
Jesus sums up our core purpose in John 15:16: “You did not choose Me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should ... read more
CLAIMING THE POWER THAT IS IN CHRIST
As Jesus spent his last hours with his disciples, he said to them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you (John 16:23). Then he told them, Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and ... read more
COME DO YOUR WORK IN ME
I believe if a Christian has an intensity for a holy lifeif he desires to give his all to the Lordthere can be only one reason why he fails to enjoy the blessing and freedom promised by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. That reason is unbelief. As sure ... read more
Comfort And Refreshing
How did the Holy Ghost bring comfort to Paul during his downcast times? The apostle himself tells us: God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus (2 Corinthians 7:6). Titus arrived in Macedonia with a refreshing ... read more
Comfort for Our Fearful Hearts
The Christian life is not always a life of clear sailing. Every believer is going to have bad days, no matter how holy he may be. Thankfully, most Christians realize Jesus is present not only when things are going well, but also during difficult times. He ... read more
COMFORTED OF GOD
Every time you show mercy, every time you are kind and gracious to another believer, you are giving comfort.
A man from our church stopped me after a recent service and said, "Brother Wilkerson, let me tell you why I attend this church. My ninety-year ... read more
Coming Soon - A Revival of Holiness!
A revival of holiness is coming to this nation. The sparks have already been ingnitied by the Holy Spirit, and everywhere I travel now there are signs of a glorious awakening, with multitudes of God's children hungering and thirsting for righteousness. T ... read more
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